500 best games of all time (160-141)

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There are video games that only bring short moments of entertainment. As time passed, their names gradually sank into oblivion. But there are still games whose value will remain forever, always known to the world as symbols and milestones in the development of this type of entertainment. Those will be the games that we will introduce in the article series: 500 best games of all time, and this is a continuation of the previous part.

161. DEFCON

(2007, Mac, PC, other systems)

DEFCON pioneered the idea ‘cheap doesn’t mean bad’. Indeed, the vast majority of reviewers are surprised that such a low-budget game has such high quality. DEFCON is an early example of challenging the industry’s game production model.

160. Crusader Kings 2

(2012, Mac, PC, other systems)

Challenging players to rule a successful empire and choose a successor, Crusader Kings 2 stands out in the genre by taking on many simple quests at once. The game gives players power while forcing them to follow the rules contained in this simulation.

159. Civilization 4

(2005, PC, other systems)

The best version of this turn-based strategy series, Civilization 4 introduces a refined AI system that creates more difficult challenges. The game is simply better. With brand new graphics and improved single and multiplayer modes, Civilization 4 reinforces the popular Civilization franchise. The opening soundtrack is also the first in the game world to win a Grammy.

158. Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow

(2003, Game Boy Advance, other platforms)

Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow is the only true Castlevania game on the Game Boy Advance. On par with Symphony of the Night, the gameplay of Aria of Sorrow is good enough to be comparable to console versions.

156. 80 Days

(2014, Android, iOS, PC)

By 2014, the word game genre had become quite old. But the excellence in 80 Days of traveling around the world, coupled with the varying nuances and complexity of the story dictated by the player, is one of the finest examples of storytelling games.

155. Assassin’s Creed 2

(2009, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, other platforms)

The successor to the original Assassin’s Creed, Assassin’s Creed 2 improves on almost everything that version 1 did wrong. Combining stealth gameplay with an emotional revenge story, Assassin’s Creed 2 is a prime example of how to make a good sequel.

154. Pac-Man: Championship Edition DX

(2010, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, other platforms)

Pac-Man: Championship Edition DX knows how to modernize a classic game. Taking the traditional gameplay of Pac-Man, but adding new mechanics such as speed boosts, score boosts, and new enemies, Championship Edition becomes one of the most addictive games released, and can go head-to-head with the original game. Classic Pac-Man.

153. Geometry Wars

(2005, Xbox 360, other systems)

Like Pac-Man: Championship Edition DX, Geometry Wars is the perfect remake of the old series. As a simple shooter, Geometry Wars makes us feel overwhelmed by waves of enemies – being shot and shattered into bright, colorful objects. Geometry Wars has modernized this traditional series.

152. The Walking Dead Season 1

(2012, Mac, PC, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, others)

The Walking Dead changed everything we know about the game’s plot. Focusing on the impact of each decision, it will bring us many heart-stopping moments. The Walking Dead raises a difficult question to answer: How far are you willing to go to save another life?

151. Metroid Prime

(2002, GameCube, other platforms)

The first Metroid game with a first-person perspective, Metroid Prime retains the formula for the series’ success. Prime’s perspective makes the game worth playing in the series, creating a way to explore and lead players to every nook and cranny.

150. Soul Calibur 2

(2002, Arcade, other platforms)

The characters in Soul Calibur 2 are still prominent to this day. The game creates debates about who will win, letting the player choose Spawn vs. Astaroth, or Link vs. Taki. While not the first game to feature characters from other games, the use of big names has made Soul Calibur 2 stand out.

149. Animal Crossing: New Leaf

(2013, Nintendo 3DS)

Expanding on Animal Crossing’s real-life simulation, New Leaf gives players more options and ways to interact with the world. As a series prone to addiction, these improvements make this game one of those Animal Crossings versions that you can’t take your eyes off.

148. Super Mario 3D World

(2013, Wii U)

Super Mario 3D World is best played with 4 people. It constantly changes the game genre but never lacks the essence of the game itself. As Polygon describes it, “You may not realize it, but this is one of the best multiplayer games you will ever experience.”

147. Wolfenstein 3D

(1992, PC, other systems)

Wolfenstein 3D kicks things off. ID’s groundbreaking first-person shooter is often obscured by Doom’s shadow, but without Wolfenstein 3D there wouldn’t be Doom. If it weren’t for Doom, you probably already know. Wolfenstein’s revolution paved the way for the first-person franchise to shine.

146. Mortal Kombat 2

(1993, Arcade, other platforms)

After Mortal Kombat shocked the world with his violence, Mortal Kombat 2 continued to follow the path of his previous brother. Still the traditional violent and frustrating fighting game, Mortal Kombat 2 adds a lot of new things.

145. Team Fortress 2

(2007, PC, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, other platforms)

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Team Fortess 2 featured characters that were unique, funny, and approached the player quite differently from games of the time, where many games didn’t feature voice acting. Team Fortress 2’s light-hearted demeanor helped pave the way for the hero shooter genre to flourish.

144. The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening

(1993, Game Boy, other platforms)

The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening feels too big to be a Game Boy game. The massive, in-depth adventure appealed to a large audience when it was released in 1993. While the series has now found its place on mobile platforms, Link’s Awakening was the first to make that happen. .

143. Unreal Tournament

(1999, PC, other systems)

Quickly establishing itself as one of the best online first-person shooter games, Unreal Tournament included one of the best gameplay, graphics, and levels of its time. If only online, Unreal Tournament has thousands of players looking to show off their skills.

142. The Operative: No One Lives Forever

(2000, PC, others)

A mix of stealth and first-person shooters, No One Lives Forever was prettier than most titles released at the time. The style of the 60s, the witty plot and the accessories make the 007 guy blush.

141. Super Smash Bros.

(1999, Nintendo 64)

Super Smash Bros. feels like we’re playing with character models. With the characters in Nintendo, the task of the game is to knock the opponent off the map. Super Smash Bros. is the first step for tycoons to shape fighting games.

Source: Polygon

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